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| 2676 |
What characterizes Peaty Soil?
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High humus (40–50%).
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| 2677 |
What restricts water infiltration in Arid Soil?
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Kankar layer.
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| 2678 |
Why is Arid Soil saline?
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High salt content, rapid evaporation.
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| 2679 |
What is the colour of Arid Soil?
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Red to brown.
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| 2680 |
Why is Laterite used as building material?
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Becomes very hard when dry.
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| 2681 |
What is Red Laterite soil suitable for?
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Cashew nut.
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| 2682 |
What is Laterite Soil suitable for?
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Tea and coffee (with fertilizers).
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| 2683 |
What forms Laterite Soil?
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High temperature + heavy rainfall, intense leaching.
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| 2684 |
What is the origin of the word Laterite?
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Latin ‘Later’ = Brick.
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| 2685 |
When do Red Soils appear yellow?
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In hydrated form.
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| 2686 |
Why are Red Soils red?
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Iron diffusion.
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| 2687 |
What are Black Soils poor in?
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Phosphorus, humus.
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| 2688 |
What are Black Soils rich in?
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Calcium carbonate, magnesium, potash, lime.
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| 2689 |
Where are Black Soils found?
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Deccan trap region.
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| 2690 |
What happens in Black Soil during dry season?
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Self-ploughing (cracks).
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| 2691 |
What is the main characteristic of Black Soil?
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High moisture retention.
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| 2692 |
What are Black Soils also known as?
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Regur or Black Cotton Soil.
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| 2693 |
Which crop is not suitable for Alluvial soil?
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Cotton.
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| 2694 |
What nutrient is Alluvial soil poor in?
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Nitrogen.
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| 2695 |
What nutrients are abundant in Alluvial soil?
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Potash, phosphoric acid, lime.
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| 2696 |
What is New Alluvium called?
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Khadar.
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| 2697 |
What is Old Alluvium called?
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Bangar.
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| 2698 |
Where is Alluvial Soil found?
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Northern plains & eastern coastal plains.
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| 2699 |
What is Alluvium?
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Material carried and deposited by rivers.
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| 2700 |
What are Shelter Belts?
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Rows of trees to stop wind erosion.
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